Continuity Cohort Special Education Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

FirstLine Schools :   Continuity Cohort Lead Teacher

Creating and inspiring great, open admissions public schools in New Orleans

About FirstLine Schools

In 1998, FirstLine Schools started the first charter school in New Orleans, which became the highest performing open admission middle school in the city.  FirstLine now operates four K-8th grade schools and a high school.  Our mission is to create and inspire great open admissions public schools in New Orleans.

Our faculty is a diverse and talented group dedicated to our students’ success and to their own growth as teachers.  Our schools are led by leaders who hold themselves accountable for student achievement and teacher development.

FirstLine’s Vision Of Teaching Excellence :

We develop teachers at FirstLine by focusing on excellence in teaching. To do so, we coach teachers and center professional development on our Vision of Excellence in Teaching rubric the components of which include :

• On Task (Maintaining high expectations and maximizing instructional time)
• Essential Content (Planning effectively)
• Cognitive Engagement (Maintaining High Academic Expectations and Building Thinking Skills)
• Demonstration of Learning (Leading Instruction, Checking for Understanding, Responding to Student Misunderstanding)
• Community of Learners (Establishing Expectations and Responding to Student Behaviors)
• Position to begin in January 2026

About Our Continuity Cohort :

What : FLS continuity cohort hire is defined as a full-time K-8 teacher with the purpose of filling a permanent lead teacher role before October 1 each year.   Vacancies arise and we need teachers  who are ready and willing to “jump in” where needed is vital to doing what is best for kids - ensuring a teacher is teaching our kids at all times.  If a position is not secured before the start of school, continuity Cohort teachers will have the advantage of observing high-performing teachers across schools, grades, and subjects to ensure they are ready to fulfill different roles and meet the high expectations that FirstLine expects.  We seek individuals who are flexible in grade level and content area placement.

Position Summary

FirstLine Schools is currently seeking talented, passionate teachers at our (Pre) K-8 schools. At FirstLine Schools, we know that it is the effectiveness of our teachers that matters the most when it comes to impacting the success of our students. To ensure that we are an organization of excellent teachers, we expect our teachers to demonstrate effectiveness through our Vision of Teaching Excellence. Teachers will be responsible for implementing the teaching curriculum, ensuring the success of our students, and working with a team of teachers within the school and network community.

Position Responsibilities :

Education & Experience :

Desired Qualities & Characteristics :

We Keep Learning

Physical Requirements :

Must be able to perform all required job functions with reasonable accommodations, if necessary.

Continuity Cohort Teacher reports to the Network until full-time placement is secured.

How to Apply : Please apply online via : http : / / www.firstlineschools.org / careers

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. FirstLine Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package with a generous 403b plan.

FirstLine Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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